PF Registration (Provident Fund / EPFO)
PF Registration (Provident Fund / EPFO)
PF Registration under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 is mandatory for every establishment employing 20 or more employees. Both employer and employee contribute 12% of basic wages to the EPF fund. The scheme provides retirement savings, pension benefits, and insurance coverage for employees.
Key Highlights
Mandatory for establishments with 20+ employees
Employer and employee each contribute 12% of basic wages
EPF account is portable and linked to the employee’s UAN (Universal Account Number)
Includes Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) and Employee Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme (EDLI)
Registration must be obtained within 1 month of reaching the threshold
Documents Required
- PAN Card and incorporation certificate of the entity
- Address proof of establishment
- Bank statement and cancelled cheque
- Details of employees and salary structure
- Digital Signature Certificate of authorised signatory
Process
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Step 1: Register on the EPFO Unified Portal (unifiedportal-emp.epfindia.gov.in)
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Step 2: Complete the online registration form with entity and employee details
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Step 3: Upload documents and submit
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Step 4: Receive the EPF Establishment Code
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Step 5: Begin monthly contributions and file monthly/annual returns
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